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As the industry’s leading instrument-building tool, Kontakt is your gateway to the widest collection of sampled instruments available anywhere. But more than a sampler, this shapeshifting platform has powered two decades of blockbuster film scores and chart-topping hits, plus thousands of incredible instruments. And with hundreds of officially licensed instruments available from Native Instruments and other leading manufacturers – alongside thousands more from boutique developers, sound designers, and composers – you’ll never run short of inspiration. Whether you’re a producer looking for free Kontakt libraries for pop music, a composer searching for cinematic free Kontakt instruments, or simply someone looking…

Image Image Credit Taylor Hill / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Megan Thee Stallion performs during the 2024 Boston Calling Music Festival Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Megan Thee Stallion previewed a romantic new track that reimagines Total’s 1996 R&B hit “Kissin’ You.” The lyrics suggest a softer tone, possibly reflecting her relationship with Klay Thompson. TikTok producer Jacobdior created the viral flip that Megan used for the track. Megan Thee Stallion is making her comeback. On Wednesday (Oct. 1) night, the Texas rapper gave fans a sneak peek of the new music she’s been working on. “Wake up,”…

Plugin Boutique is a constant source of epic discounts, and the monthly “free with any purchase” promotions are often the icing on the cake. Their latest offer is Beatsurfing’s Random or 7DeadlySnares for free with any purchase at Plugin Boutique. There’s nothing better than planning to buy a plugin or bundle, finding a great price on Plugin Boutique, then adding an unexpected freebie on top. For example, anyone interested in the SSL Greatest Hits Bundle (usually £355) can purchase it for just £44, with a massive 87% discount, and receive Random or 7DeadlySnares absolutely free. Alternatively, if you’re not in…

Image Image Credit Simone Joyner / Contributor via Getty Images, Jim Dyson / Contributor via Getty Images, Prince Williams / Contributor via Getty Images, and Theo Wargo / Staff via Getty Images Image Alt Asake at Wireless Festival 2024, Tyla at All Points East 2025, Gunna at Hot 107.9 Birthday Bash 2025, Mariah the Scientist at Global Citizen Fest 2025 Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Wizkid, Tyla and Asake are among the top-billed artists for Afro Nation Portugal 2026, happening July 3 to 5 in Portimão. Young Jonn, Denden and Darkoo join the first wave of performers, with more announcements…

Developer Variety of Sound has released FeenstaubHDR, a free high dynamic range stereo bus processor, available only for Windows. Very few names in the freeware world inspire confidence in music makers like Variety of Sound. The innovative developer is a favorite among many Windows users and often gives Mac users reason to consider jumping ship. FeenstaubHDR, like all Variety of Sound plugins, is exclusive to Windows and available in VST and VST3 formats. This plugin is the latest installment to the already popular Feenstaub series, which includes FeenstaubTX and FeenstaubTC. The Feenstaub series focuses on color, depth, and dimension. FeenstaubHDR…

Image Image Credit Dominik Bindl / Stringer via Getty Images Image Alt Killer Mike attends FX’s “The Lowdown” New York Premiere at Brooklyn Academy of Music on September 17, 2025 in New York City. Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Killer Mike says he and T.I. were asked by powerful figures to help mediate between Young Thug and YFN Lucci. The feud, which dates back to 2015, included diss tracks, social media threats, and legal drama. Their recent collaborations mark a turning point in Atlanta Hip Hop, showing unity over rivalry. Killer Mike always has an insightful opinion to share. The…

Image Image Credit Joseph Okpako / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Bryson Tiller at Wireless Festival 2025 Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Solace highlights Bryson Tiller’s return to trap-soul, offering a more introspective and emotional soundscape. The reversed release order of his double LP reflects a seasonal and emotional arc, with Solace arriving in time for fall. The album explores themes of therapy, relationships and healing, showing Tiller’s personal evolution. Bryson Tiller wants to soundtrack your cuffing season. At midnight on Thursday (Oct. 2), the singer-songwriter dropped Solace, the long-awaited second half of his recent double album. Unlike The…

W. A. Production is offering its Vocal Compressor plugin for free in collaboration with Gearspace for a limited time. This isn’t a new release. Vocal Compressor is a previously paid plugin that usually sells for $39.90, now available at no cost for just a few more days. Its sibling Vocal Limiter was free a while ago on BPB, so here’s your chance to add another W. A. Production vocal processor to your collection. And speaking of W. A. Production freebies, they’ve been on a roll lately. You can get the Helper Series 2 for free, along with the Satyrus distortion…

In audio, just like in life, power and force aren’t the same thing. In his book Power vs Force, Dr. David Hawkins explained that true power flows naturally, while force is something we push, strain, and fight to maintain. Power is sustainable and life-giving. Force is exhausting and temporary. When we bring this into mixing and mastering, the same lesson applies. Power is clarity, balance, and energy that translates. Force is distortion, fatigue, and chasing loudness at any cost. Understanding the difference can transform your mixes and masters. How to Choose and Use Reference Mixes 🎧   Decibels: The Language…

Stem Splitter by Eldoraudio is a new online stem separation service that is available for free use. The service is currently in its open public beta stage, after which, the developer expects to launch a paid plan with premium features (longer audio files, higher quality output, etc.). The good news is that, even when a paid plan becomes available, the free version will remain available, which is always a good deal. Talking about a good deal, check out our exclusive BPB discount on all SoundMorph products and bundles (70% off until October 10, 2025). The Stem Splitter is straightforward; you…